New mechanisms for the funding of the universal healthcare program in the Democratic Republic of the Congo were approved in July 2025, including a new import tax and a new payroll contribution. The import tax is levied at a rate of 2% on imported goods, with the exception of food and agricultural products. The payroll contribution is levied as a 2.5% health contribution on gross salary, with 2% paid by employers and 0.5% paid by employees. Further details on implementation will be published o…